Registered Nurse (RN)

Associate and/or bachelor’s degree | Starting salary:  $58,572

Registered nurses (RNs) in a hospital setting care for a group of patients for a designated time frame. RNs assess and collect data on the patient’s physiological and cognitive status, formulate a prioritized and goal-directed plan of care, evaluate outcomes and patient progress, and record patient information in a timely, accurate manner. They may also supervise teams of LPNs and medical assistants.